Description
Southern baked mac and cheese is a creamy and cheesy dish that is baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika to form a roux.
- Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Add 3 cups of cheddar cheese to the sauce and stir until melted.
- Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add cooked bacon or sautéed vegetables.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Reheat in the oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: southern baked mac and cheese, macaroni and cheese, baked mac and cheese, comfort food